Request for Proposal Released: Early Start, Crisis Home and Spiritual Care Coordinator Funding Available – due March 22nd

NBRC is excited to announce we are accepting Request for Proposal (RFP) applications for 4 projects!

Below are the current projects available plus a link to the  RFP.

More information, instructions and forms can be found here

  1. Early Start Services (1819-7) $75,000
  2. Spiritual Care Coordinator (1819-8) $25,000
  3. Housing Developer Organizations  (1819-10) $525,000
  4. Community Crisis HomeResidential Provider Funding ONLY (1819-11) $175,000

Important Dates:

Technical Briefing Meeting March 13th 3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m Napa & March 18th 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Santa Rosa
RFP Due Date March 22, 2019
Interviews April 2nd and April 5th
Selection Notification Week of April 8th 2019

DDS Rate Study- Public Comment Period extended to April 5th

NBRC is requesting Public Comment on the rates paid to providers of services for individuals with Developmental Disabilities

Pursuant to Welfare and Institutions Code Section 4519.8, the Department of Developmental Services (DDS) contracted with Burns & Associates, Inc. to complete a rate study of the regional center rate system.  An overview of the rate study including project principles and tasks, as well as information on Burns & Associates, Inc., is available here

The rate study report was presented by Burns & Associates earlier this week (2/28/19) statewide. Documents found here  outline the proposed rates, along with the assumptions that informed the development of those proposed rates.

The public has until April 5th to provide feedback and comments on the rate study.  There are two ways to have your voice heard.

  1. NBRC is gathering input from the providers in the North Bay.  Please email comments to: ratestudy@nbrc.net

  2. Otherwise, you are welcome to respond directly to Burns & Associates at DDSVendorRates@burnshealthpolicy.com.

NBRC Hosts Town Hall Meetings to Discuss Purchase of Services Disparity

Join NBRC staff at one of 3 opportunities to learn about additional funding for Regional Centers to address purchase of service disparities and proposal for Outreach efforts. Presentations will be provided in Spanish.

Let us know your suggestions for overcoming cultural barriers to accessing and using services

Dates: February 25th – Napa

            March 13th – Santa Rosa

             March 25th – Vallejo

More information here:

Town Hall Meeting information and dates

Town Hall Meeting information and dates SPANISH

 

Governor Newsom Has Release the FY 2019-2020 Budget

From The Office of the Governor:

1/10/19: SACRAMENTO — Governor Gavin Newsom submitted his 2019-20 “California for All” budget proposal to the Legislature today – a fiscal blueprint that builds a strong financial foundation by investing an unprecedented $13.6 billion in budget resiliency and paying down unfunded pension liabilities.

Links to DDS Highlights and Regional Centers and Developmental Centers Estimate can be found here:

https://www.dds.ca.gov/Budget/Home.cfm

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BOARD OF DIRECTORS OPPORTUNITY FUND

BOARD OF DIRECTORS OPPORTUNITY FUND

The North Bay Regional Center Board of Directors Opportunity Fund consists of donations from outside entities, staff donations and other donations from the community to assist people with developmental disabilities.

Doug Cleveland, a past Director of Client Services at NBRC developed the Board Opportunity Fund when he and his wife held a fund raising event for its initial donation.  Some examples of services paid through the opportunity fund include client funeral expenses, rent, social and recreational activities, food, clothing, etc.

In addition to helping clients with basic needs the Board Opportunity Fund also allows NBRC’s clients to enjoy and participate in activities NBRC cannot fund such as swimming, summer camps, horseback riding, and other adventures.  The fund also provides funding for medical support not covered by Medi-Cal or NBRC such as specialized health monitors, dental care, and wheelchairs adapted for specific needs.

For NBRC clients striving to live independently for the first time, the Board Opportunity Fund provides resources for them to obtain their own residence.

The NBRC Board Opportunity Fund is a worthwhile benefit that assists clients and families served by NBRC to experience a full range of support, activities and progress in their lives.  Any and all donations are greatly appreciated.

Donations can be made to:

North Bay Regional Center Board Opportunity Fund 

610 Airpark Rd.

Napa, CA 94558